Project SPEED to boost innovative construction on rail projects
Rail minister Chris Heaton-Harris has launched ‘Project SPEED’ to challenge the rail industry to pioneer faster, smarter and more efficient infrastructure projects.
Green light for 38-storey tower at Broadgate scheme
The City of London has given the go-ahead to plans for a new 38-storey development at 2 Finsbury Avenue in the Square Mile.
‘Unanimous approval’ for £500m Everton stadium move
Plans for Everton FC’s new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, along with a community-led legacy project at Goodison Park, have been unanimously approved.
Homes England acquires two development sites in Harrogate
Homes England has acquired two new sites in Harrogate, unlocking land for over 800 new homes, with room for 40% affordable homes.
CIOB launches new ‘planning protocol’ for 2021
The new 'CIOB Planning Protocol 2021' (CIOB PP21) has been designed by a team of experts as a tool for parties to use to see the construction programme they create and maintain is precise and of high quality.
Second MHCLG headquarters planned for Wolverhampton
Communities secretary Robert Jenrick has confirmed the government will create a second headquarters in Wolverhampton.
Work starts on major West London regeneration
Catalyst and Mount Anvil have commenced enabling works on their joint venture regeneration scheme, The Verdean in Acton, marking a new chapter for the Friary Park estate.
Green light for £24m Dudley Interchange project
West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has given the green light to plans for a new £24m Dudley Interchange.
Construction contract awards drop by 12% in January
The value of construction contract awards decreased by 12% in January to £4.3bn, 10% lower than the monthly average in 2020.
Avanton to invest £500m into London’s build-to-rent sector
Avanton has unveiled plans to invest £500m in strategic land acquisitions over the next three years, as it expands into London’s lucrative build-to-rent sector.
Build-to-rent homes increase by 23% in 2020
The number of completed build-to-rent homes increased by 23% in 2020, according to research by the British Property Federation (BPF).
ENGIE’s Rugeley sustainable school masterplan gets funding
ENGIE’s plans for the redevelopment of the former Rugeley Power Station in Staffordshire, have been given a major boost.
How to make a building control application
Unsure how to make a building control application? Take a look at this guide by building warranty experts, Premier Guarantee.
Firms shortlisted for final stage of Thamesmead Waterfront masterplan
A diverse group of architects and designers have made the shortlist to potentially become strategic master planners for the £8bn Thamesmead Waterfront development in southeast London.
Green light for 4,500 new homes at Waterbeach New Town East
South Cambridgeshire District Council has given the green light for plans to deliver 4,500 new homes at Waterbeach New Town East.
East Birmingham regeneration set for approval
Birmingham City Council’s new strategy sets out proposals for the regeneration of East Birmingham, from the creation of more than 60,000 jobs and 10,000 new homes in and around the area over the next decade.
Green light for first residential phase at Kirkstall Forge
Leeds City Council has given the go-ahead for CEG’s plans to deliver the first phase of residential development at the £400m Kirkstall Forge.
Green light for 151 new riverside homes in Glasgow
Glasgow City Council has given the green light to developer Swan Group for plans to deliver 151 new affordable riverside homes.
All new developments must meet local design standards, says Jenrick
All new developments must meet local standards of beauty, quality and design, under new proposals outlined by housing secretary Robert Jenrick.
Covid-19: New home registrations drop by 23%
Covid-19 caused the number of new homes registrations by UK housebuilders to plunge by 23% in 2020, according to the NHBC.
Solutions for unlocking and accelerating housing delivery
Faisal Siddiqui, acquisitions director at growing developer Henley Homes Group, explores the need for innovative solutions to accelerate housing delivery.
Go-ahead for City of London office development
The City of London Corporation has given the green light for plans to deliver a 30-storey office-led development in the City Cluster.
Go-ahead for 852 new homes in Acton
Ealing Council has given the green light to TfL’s largest residential development to date, which will see the delivery of 853 new homes in Acton.
Jenrick confirms ‘right to regenerate’ derelict buildings into homes
Public bodies will be able to convert vacant plots of land and derelict buildings into new homes or community spaces, under plans announced by the housing secretary, Robert Jenrick.
Green light for £250m urban village in London’s Richmond
Housing secretary Robert Jenrick has given the go-ahead to developer Avanton for a new £250m urban village scheme in London’s Richmond.
Jenrick confirms he won’t call in Hillingdon Gardens scheme
Housing secretary Robert Jenrick will not call in Inland Homes’ plans for the 514-home Hillingdon Gardens scheme in west London.